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Summer break is just around the corner… and suddenly, you’re the cruise director of your home. From planning activities and prepping snacks to managing screen time, even the most organized parents can feel overwhelmed. But what if AI could help?

In this Josh Talk, we'll show you how tools like ChatGPT can help you create flexible daily routines, find low-cost family events, and keep your kids learning (without feeling like you’re running a summer school).

Whether you're raising a curious kindergartner or a tech-savvy teen, this episode will help you make summer smoother—and remind you that you don’t have to do it all alone.

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In this episode of the SmartSocial.com Podcast, we dive into strategies for promoting safe and productive social media use among students. Join Josh and district leaders, including Ogden School District Superintendent Luke Rasmussen and Executive Director of Student Achievement Adam McMickell, as they discuss the importance of parent engagement, the impact of excessive screen time, and the role of AI in education. They share practical advice on how to build healthy screen time habits, enhance communication between schools and families, and harness the power of AI responsibly. This episode also features insightful perspectives from students and touches on the resources available for parents through Smart Social’s various programs and live events.

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What happens when “privacy” becomes the one thing standing between your child and an online predator?

In this episode, we unpack why giving teens too much freedom online can have dangerous consequences. From grooming tactics on popular platforms like Snapchat, Discord, and Roblox, to the rise of coordinated predator groups like 764, we examine how digital secrecy is being exploited by people who want private access to your kids.

We’ll explore how predators build trust, what parents can watch for, and why proximity and conversation are still your most powerful tools.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to create safer digital habits at home—and how to help your child feel protected, not policed, as they grow up online.

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What happens when AI can copy your child’s face, voice, and personality—without them ever knowing?

In this episode, we dive into the release of Google Veo, a powerful new tool that makes it easier than ever to create deepfake videos that look frighteningly real. These aren’t just harmless digital illusions. They’re convincing enough to fool friends, families, and even major companies.

We’ll explore how tools like this could be used to impersonate kids, why a public social media presence puts teens at greater risk, and what families and educators can do to stay ahead of this fast-moving threat.

🎧 Tune in to understand how to protect your child in a world where even video evidence can be faked—and why critical thinking and open conversations at home are more important than ever.

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Join the SmartSocial.com podcast as we speak with Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, the Superintendent of the City Schools of Decatur in Georgia, about the importance of parent participation in student activities and strategies for digital education. Dr. Whitaker discusses the impact of screen time on student behavior and academic success, and shares valuable insights on creating balanced screen time norms at home. Learn how schools and parents can collaborate to foster a safer and more engaging digital environment for students.

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In this episode of the SmartSocial.com podcast, Josh Ochs talks with Kim Bekkedahl, the superintendent, and Brian Graves, the assistant superintendent of the Kuna School District in Idaho. The discussion covers various strategies for keeping students safe on social media, including effective ways to foster parent engagement, manage screen time, and address its impact on student behavior and academic success. The guests share practical advice and insights that can be applied by other school districts and parents nationwide. The episode also features a student perspective on recognizing online red flags and the importance of creating balanced screen time agreements at home.

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In this episode of the SmartSocial.com Podcast, host Josh Ochs interviews Kirk Koennecke, CEO and Superintendent of Indian Hill Exempted Village School District. They discuss strategies for reducing excessive screen time among students, its impact on mental and physical health, and the importance of alternative activities. They also address parent engagement, student behavior, and creating a balanced home environment regarding technology use. The episode provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and district leaders on fostering healthy digital habits and ensuring the well-being of students.

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